Will Mars One use advanced technologies like terraforming and nuclear propulsion?

We are receiving many suggestions to make use of advanced technologies like nuclear propulsion and terraforming.

Mars One is not an aerospace company and will not design or manufacture mission hardware. Mars One is only considering technologies that can be purchased from existing suppliers. When new technologies become available, Mars One will consider the applicability of the technology for our plans, but only when the technology is proven and ready to use.

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